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Join the writers at The Lion each week as they break down the top news stories that affect families, students, and education.
The Lion is a daily news publication published by The Herzog Foundation.
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The Lion panel unpacks President Trump’s historic Middle East ceasefire with Hamas and Israel, releasing hostages and earning praise as he heads to Jerusalem, with later media reaction. Host Chris Stigall and the team dive into the government shutdown’s second week, with 800,000 federal workers facing furloughs amid Democratic resistance, plus updates on public impact. They explore school choice gains in New York, California, Missouri, Texas, and Tennessee, plus Harvard’s reform push. Other t...
The Lion panel breaks down the escalating federal government shutdown that kicked off October 1, 2025, as Democrats block funding bills and the Trump administration threatens mass layoffs of federal workers, furloughs for 900,000 employees, and cuts to programs like Medicaid and student loans. Host Chris Stigall and the team dissect the partisan blame game, with agencies like the VA and SBA using official channels to finger Democrats, while VP JD Vance warns of imminent reductions in force. T...
The Lion breaks down President Donald Trump's bold America Prays Initiative, announced at the Museum of the Bible, championing religious liberty in schools and the Bible's enduring role in American heritage. Host Chris Stigall shares exclusive insights from the event, including Trump's personal delivery of his family Bible and new Department of Education guidance safeguarding student prayer rights. In powerful one-on-one interviews, Eric Trump reflects on Charlie Kirk's assassination amid the...
The Lion panel dives into the ongoing national response to the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, exploring its ripple effects on free speech, faith, and media accountability. Host Chris Stigall and the team discuss how Kirk’s message of civil discourse and Christian values continues to inspire, from his wife Erika’s powerful resolve to lead Turning Point USA to RFK Jr.’s reflections on courage. The panel also examines the fallout for late-night host Jimmy Kim...
The Lion panel confronts the heartbreaking assassination of Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, on a Utah college campus. Host Chris Stigall and the team reflect on Kirk’s legacy as a champion of free speech, faith, and liberty, exploring the national outpouring of grief and the impact on young conservatives. The discussion also delves into the dangerous rhetoric fueling violence and its consequences for open discourse. Beyond this tragedy, the panel examines a resurgence of faith amo...
Chris Stigall and the panel discuss the MAHA movement’s Capitol Hill hearings, where Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defends vaccine schedule scrutiny. They cover Kansas City’s crime crisis, with a repeat arsonist and officer deaths, and Trump’s Chicago troop surge plan, met with Democratic resistance. Trump’s survival is noted. The Faith and Freedom segment explores prayer in wartime. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:09 - Kansas City Crime 00:05:30 - Crime Impacts 00:10:15 - MAHA Hearings 00:15:00 - Ch...
Live from the White House, Chris Stigall interviews Dr. Mehmet Oz on healthcare reform, Lee Zeldin on energy dominance, and Sebastian Gorka on counterterrorism, discussing third-quarter progress. Oz, leading Medicare/Medicaid, aims to cut waste and promote prevention. Breaking news: a Minneapolis Catholic school was targeted by a transgender individual in a school shooting. The Faith and Freedom segment highlights pastors’ roles in America’s founding. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:04:49 - Ener...
Chris Stigall hosts one-on-one interviews with Michael Ryan, discussing his book "You Rule" and journalism’s decline; Missouri Rep. Josh Hurlbert on school choice and state policy; and Kansas City Councilmember Nathan Willett on local governance challenges. The Faith and Freedom segment explores the Northwest Ordinance’s role in education. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:24 - Journalism’s Decline 00:07:06 - Book’s Core Message 00:12:47 - School Choice Policy 00:18:09 - State Governance 00:24:...
Chris Stigall and panelists dive into Trump’s D.C. crime crackdown, Disney’s legal surrender over politics, and new Obama executive branch declassifications. They also explore Missouri’s education lawsuit and surging Christian school enrollment. The Faith and Freedom segment traces the Bible’s role in colonial education. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:06 - D.C. Crime Crackdown 00:06:32 - Disney’s Surrender 00:09:18 - Obama Declassification 00:12:47 - Education Lawsuit 00:16:38 - Christian Sc...
Chris Stigall and panelists tackle Texas’ redistricting battle, new Russia hoax revelations, and a St. Louis soccer fan’s ejection for a MAGA hat. They also discuss Missouri’s school scholarship program and John Brennan’s testimony on intelligence failures. The Faith and Freedom segment explores Christian education’s roots. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:02 - MAGA Hat Controversy 00:06:47 - Russia Hoax Update 00:09:30 - Texas Map Showdown 00:12:08 - School Scholarships 00:14:42 - Gerrymander...
Chris Stigall and panelists unpack new Russiagate evidence tying Obama to a Soros-funded plot, a disturbing Arkansas murder raising school safety concerns, Democrats’ sinking favorability, Trump’s cryptocurrency mortgage plan, and a religious freedom memo for federal workers. The Faith and Freedom segment explores the First Amendment’s roots. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:02 - Russiagate Evidence 00:08:54 - Arkansas Murder 00:10:30 - Democratic Struggles 00:12:11 - Crypto Mortgages 00:13:47...
Chris Stigall and panelists discuss Tulsi Gabbard’s evidence of Obama’s 2016 election interference, Trump’s six-month policy wins, a resolution condemning global Christian persecution, Missouri’s school choice lawsuit, and Stephen Colbert’s cancellation. From Washington, Maggie Little reports on Trump’s trade deals and Epstein chatter. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:16 - Obama Allegations 00:06:09 - Trump’s Six Months 00:08:36 - Christian Persecution 00:09:50 - School Choice Lawsuit 00:11:51...
Chris Stigall reports from Pittsburgh’s Energy and Innovation Summit, hosted by Senator Dave McCormick. Joined by Secretary of Energy Chris Wright and President Donald Trump, they discuss Pennsylvania’s role in fueling AI and economic growth through natural gas, nuclear power, and rare earth minerals. A Faith and Freedom 250 segment explores America’s faith-based founding. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:08 - AI Energy Needs 00:05:16 - Rare Earth Minerals 00:08:17 - Energy Cost Outlook 00:11:0...
Chris Stigall and panelists unpack the Epstein files fallout, Biden’s cognitive decline cover-up, and Elon Musk’s third-party threat. From Supreme Court wins for churches to TSA’s no-shoe policy, they dive into a week of scandals and policy shifts. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:57 - Epstein Files Fallout 00:06:12 - Biden Decline Cover-Up 00:10:09 - Church Political Freedom 00:12:12 - Teachers Union Controversy 00:15:38 - Musk’s Third-Party Threat 00:19:22 - Texas Flood Tragedy 00:22:41 - Im...
Chris Stigall and panelists discuss the “Big Beautiful Bill” reaching Trump’s desk, Supreme Court victories for parents, and a surge in patriotism. From school choice to border security, they explore how these wins shape America’s future. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:03:02 - Supreme Court Rulings 00:06:18 - Parental Rights 00:09:39 - Democrat Opposition 00:12:52 - Border Security Debate 00:16:56 - Democrat Struggles 00:20:15 - Trump’s Successes 00:24:15 - Patriotism Resurgence Follow The Lion...
Chris Stigall and panelists unpack Trump’s precision strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, NATO’s bold funding deal, and a socialist’s rise in NYC’s mayoral primary. From Texas cracking down on school abuse to California’s Title IX violations, they expose media spin and cultural shifts. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:56 - NATO’s Big Deal 00:04:17 - NYC Mayor Shock 00:08:06 - Texas School Reform 00:11:13 - Ten Commandments Ruling 00:13:30 - Iran Strike Success 00:16:45 - Media’s Blind Spot 00:20:4...
Chris Stigall and panelists dive into Israel’s strikes on Iran, escalating tensions, and U.S. involvement debates. They unpack the Minnesota legislator killing, revealing murky motives, and expose the Biden dementia cover-up in Senate hearings. From transgender surgery bans to immigration narratives, they challenge mainstream media spin. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:06 - Israel-Iran Conflict 00:04:49 - Biden Dementia Hearings 00:07:47 - Trans Surgery Ban 00:11:36 - Minnesota Killing Myster...
Chris Stigall and The Lion staff discuss the recent riots and unrest in Los Angeles, President Trump's use of the national guard and a possible trade deal between the United States and China. 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:11 The Lion in the Oval Office 00:04:14 Resurgence of Patriotism 00:13:40 Los Angeles Unrest 00:22:03 Trump considers ramping up military presence 00:23:18 Trump Immigration Policy approval rating 00:24:52 Final Thoughts Follow The Lion on Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTub...
Chris Stigall interviews DC correspondent Maggie Little about her Air Force One trip with President Trump to Pittsburgh, highlighting steelworkers’ support. The panel discusses biological males in women’s sports, New Hampshire’s school choice growth, and anti-Semitism in Massachusetts schools. Elon Musk’s criticism of the “big beautiful bill” sparks debate, while Democrats lag on economic trust. Marty Makary rejects blanket COVID vaccine mandates, and MAGA emerges as a dating trend. 00:00:00...
Chris Stigall and the panel tackle Seattle’s assault on religious liberty, where a mayor blamed Christians for a disrupted Christian rally, prompting FBI scrutiny. Michelle Obama’s podcast remarks downplaying reproduction spark debate, while Kash Patel’s FBI leadership promises transparency on Epstein and other cases. The team also discusses transgender issues in sports, a conservative student’s censorship battle, and the MAHA movement’s push against Big Pharma. Visit ReadLion.com for more. L...
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